Weight Loss

Editor’s Note: Anyone with a cervix can get a pap smear, but for this article, we included sources who generally referred to these people as women. A pap smear isn’t really a doctor’s appointment to some look forward to, but it’s an important routine part of monitoring cervical health. According to the CDC, those with

Whether you track your steps with a wearable fitness tracker or through your phone, knowing how much you’ve walked in a day can be an extremely useful tool for weight loss. Many of us are sitting for a majority of the day, which can ultimately have a negative impact on our body and your brain.

Are you a fan of McDonald’s all-day breakfast? Do you love their Sausage McMuffins and Hash Browns, or do you crave their sweeter options like Fruit & Maple Oatmeal or Hotcakes? Whatever you’re in the mood for, if you’re also mindful about your calorie, fat, carb, and protein intake, or you’re trying to eat keto,

It seems like the Tokyo Olympics just ended, and now the world is gearing up for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, where the world’s top athletes will once again compete in a wide variety of exhilarating — and at times, dangerous — winter sports. One of the most popular events is luge, in which

Content warning: This post contains a mention of sexual assault. Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai, who disappeared from the public eye for 19 days, virtually met with IOC (International Olympic Committee) President Thomas Bach, Chair of the IOC Athletes’ Commission Emma Terho, and Chinese IOC member Li Lingwei on Nov. 21. A statement released by

Warm, stringy, cheesy, crispy, chewy pizza is a comfort food that most people can’t live without. When cravings strike, hit up your favorite pizza joint for a couple of slices! Do you love plain cheese pizza, pepperoni, thin crust, Sicilian, your pie loaded with veggies, vegan cheese, or maybe you can’t choose just one?! Whatever

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. If you take pride in what you wear while you exercise, you know that covering up your stylish sports

When people are trying to figure out how to lose 15 pounds, they typically want whatever will get them results as fast as possible. In reality, there is no such thing as a quick fix for weight loss. Juice cleanses, strict low-calorie diets, and “detoxes” deliver more hype than actual results. Sure, the scale may

When it comes to burning fat and building muscle there are two styles of training I always recommend for clients to incorporate in their workout routines for weight loss. The first style of training I tell people to begin with is strength training, because it can help lower your body fat percentage, build lean muscle,

As the name would suggest, speed skating is one of the fastest events at the Winter Olympics. And while speed-skating athletes don’t have to contend with the elements in the same way that other Olympians do, they still need special equipment to perform their best, including protective eye gear. Why goggles when you’re not navigating

Editor’s Note: Bacterial vaginosis (BV) can affect anyone with a vagina, but for this article, we included sources who generally referred to these people as women. As you may know, the vagina naturally houses different types of bacteria. When that balance and the vaginal ecosystem get thrown off or altered, issues can occur. Such is

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Cyber Monday is here, and we’re all about the epic fitness deals you can score. From adjustable weights (yes,

Holiday shopping for guys can be tricky, but a good rule of thumb is to choose a gift that aligns with their interests. If your dad loves music, get him a vinyl album by his favorite band. Even if he doesn’t have a record player, he can use it as decor. Or say your boyfriend

On Nov. 26, Kamila Valieva began the 2021 Rostelecom Cup, the last 2021–22 ISU Grand Prix event ahead of next month’s finals, with the highest-scoring short program (87.42) in women’s figure skating history — according to NBC Sports, this technically means since 2018 due to scoring changes. Then, the next day, she tallied the highest

If losing weight was only about burning as many calories as possible, weight-loss plans would be easy: you’d just do long runs, cardio workouts, or bike rides every single day. It’s true that cardio is good for weight loss, but you shouldn’t do cardio every day to lose weight. That’s because daily cardio is not

Want to work your legs and butt but don’t have any weights? Find a step, box, bench, or sturdy chair and learn how to do a step-up. This exercise combines the action of the lunge with stepping upward, like climbing stairs, to really target your butt, quads, and upper hamstrings. We’ve broken down this step-up

Join Charlee Atkins for this 30-minute workout that will burn out your muscles and empower you throughout your day! You’ll start with a lengthening warmup that will prepare your body for the challenge ahead. Burn out those muscles with moves like squat curl presses, dumbbell jumps, and side plank extensions that will put your entire

Have you heard of the 75Hard Challenge? It’s a mental and physical 75-day challenge designed by Andy Frisella from the Real AF podcast to help you “take complete control of your life.” The main rules are that for 75 days straight, you follow a diet of your choosing, do two daily workouts, take a daily

If you’re big into astrology, your zodiac sign could help determine what you have for breakfast. Here are delicious smoothie recipes based on your zodiac sign’s personality. You’re not into reading your horoscope every day? That’s OK. Just think of this as a little smoothie inspiration in case you’re getting bored with your usual go-to

After following this 21-day dumbbell arm challenge, not only will your arms look more sculpted, but you’ll also feel stronger. Don’t worry if you’ve never lifted a dumbbell in your life. This arm plan was designed with everyone in mind, whether it’s your first time working out or you exercise regularly. This challenge created by

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Halle Berry has been sharing her workout routine and health and wellness tips with her social followers since 2018,

We’re of the opinion that everyone needs a weighted blanket in their life, and thanks to Amazon’s Black Friday sale, that can become a reality. The retailer is offering a serious discount on the ZonLi 100% Cotton Adult Weighted Blanket ($60, originally $76), and now’s the time to shop! The blanket weighs 20 pounds, which

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Holiday shopping in person, especially on Black Friday, can be a total nightmare. Clothes shopping is already stressful enough,

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. When it comes to gifts for the fitness-lover in your life, you can never go wrong with classic black

If you’ve eaten something that didn’t agree with you (or you ate way too much) and it left you with an uncomfortably bloated belly or painful gas, it’s the worst! You want relief fast, and these yoga poses can be just the thing to get things moving so you can feel better. Do a few

Intermittent fasting is a touted by influencers and celebrities as a reliable weight-loss method, but researchers recently put its effectiveness to the test. Scientists from the Health and Lifestyle Research Unit at Queen Mary University of London conducted a year-long study of 300 adults classified as obese (a BMI of 30 or greater) with comorbidities

This fall, the CDC identified mental health disorders as underlying health conditions that may result in more serious cases of COVID-19 or, even, dying from the virus. To be clear, this differs from studies suggesting COVID-19 cases have led to increased mental illness diagnoses. POPSUGAR spoke to two medical professionals about how some mental illnesses

For some people, getting into the festive winter spirit can be comforting and exciting. But for many people who struggle with seasonal depression or seasonal affective disorder (SAD), winter’s colder temperatures and shorter, darker days can feel dreadful. The lack of sunlight this time of year can also cause low levels of vitamin D, which

Having a period come early is just as nerve-racking as it is showing up two or three days late. While you may initially feel overwhelmed trying to figure out why this might happen (Did I miss a birth-control pill?), it may be as simple as assessing the amount of stress you’ve been under. Amy Roskin,

There’s no one-size-fits-all method to losing weight or lowering your body fat percentage. The amount of body fat and weight you can lose in a given month will vary based on your current weight, diet, and activity level, to name a few variables that impact weight loss. As you can probably guess, the amount of